What makes it 'traditional'
Traditional lead roofing uses specific, long-established detailing — rolls, drips, welted joints — designed specifically to accommodate lead's natural expansion and contraction without cracking.
Where you'll find it
This approach is most common on churches, listed buildings and higher-end period properties across Bristol, where longevity and authenticity both matter more than upfront cost.
Why the old methods still work best
These detailing methods have been refined over centuries specifically because they work — modern shortcuts can look similar initially but often fail years sooner than correctly detailed traditional leadwork.